Permian Basin Chapter - Texas Restaurant Association

06/01/2026

Texas hospitality shines brightest when we celebrate each other. ⭐

Join industry leaders from across the state at the 2026 Texas Restaurant Awards as we recognize the chefs, operators, innovators, and advocates who continue to elevate Texas hospitality.

Enjoy an evening of incredible food, signature cocktails, live entertainment, and meaningful connections while honoring the best and brightest in our industry. Plus, the evening’s afterparty supports the future of hospitality through industry-focused initiatives and programs.

We hope to see members of the Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa) hospitality community represented at this special statewide celebration. Let’s celebrate the people and businesses that make Texas restaurants extraordinary! 🍽️🥂

Texas Restaurant Association

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05/26/2026

Join us in San Antonio for the Texas Food Show 2026!

05/21/2026

📈 Trend or fad? Knowing the difference can make all the difference for your business.

Join the Texas Restaurant Association and Datassential for an exclusive webinar designed to help restaurant operators better understand what today’s consumers actually want — and which trends are truly worth paying attention to.

From value-driven dining to balancing health, wellness, and indulgence, this session will break down what’s gaining momentum, what’s fading fast, and what has real staying power. Backed by real consumer and menu data, you’ll walk away with insights to help guide smarter menu, marketing, and business decisions.

🎤 Panelists:
• Kelsey Erickson Streufert, Chief Public Affairs Officer, TRA
• Renee Lee Wege, Trendologist & Senior Publications Manager, Datassential

⭐ TRA Member Exclusive Webinar
Not a member yet? Email [email protected] to join today!

05/20/2026

Food truck operators! (Odessa)
Please be aware ‼️
Report immediately!

‼️ATTENTION: URGENT ALERT+PRESS RELEASE- Food Inspector Impersonation‼️

Please see the urgent alert + press release below!

05/20/2026

The Ector County Health Department is warning mobile food vendors to be aware of a person impersonating a health inspector in an attempt to gain access to food trucks and vendor operations.

05/11/2026

The PBRA board and members, want to congratulate, Chef Christina Acosta on being recognized as “Outstanding Teacher” for ECISD! Chef Christina is lead instructor for Career & Technical Education.
Congratulations and thank you for all you do for our student chefs.

05/07/2026